Water treatment operator

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of a Water Treatment Operator to service two correctional institutions in Dillon County, South Carolina. The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a contract for a Wastewater Treatment Operator Class B or Higher. The selected contractor will be responsible for operating the water wells supply, elevated water tank, and chemical feed systems, as well as ensuring the quality of drinking water meets regulatory requirements. The contractor must provide services five days per week, four hours each day, and maintain 24-hour emergency and non-emergency response. The initial contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options. Offers are due by October 3, 2024 at 10:00 AM ET, with a question deadline of September 24, 2024 at 10:00 AM ET. The award will be posted on October 10, 2024.

The IFB includes preferences for minority-owned and small businesses, but no incumbent contractor is identified. Pricing will be evaluated based on the unit prices provided, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The SCDC will be responsible for the cost of equipment maintenance, utilities, and lab testing. The total estimated budget for the initial 3-year term is $1.5 million, with funding provided by state and local government sources. No award has been made for this contract opportunity as of November 2024.